US Bridges

FM 848 over Gilley Creek

Good

Smith County, Texas · 2.5 MI NE of FM 346 · Structure no. 102120115101003

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,004
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 848 over Gilley Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 848 over Gilley Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,004 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,910 by 2033. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 848
CrossesGilley Creek
Location2.5 MI NE of FM 346
RouteState Highway 848
CountySmith County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.25629, -95.20032
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,004 (2018)
Projected traffic4,910 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 848 over Gilley Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 848 over Gilley Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 848 over Gilley Creek carry?

About 4,004 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 848 over Gilley Creek?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 848 over Gilley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.